there is a noise coming from front end when turning

1996 CHEVROLET S-10
18,245 MILES
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JBAER2390
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Grinding noise from front end. I've replaced caliper, rotor, both inner&outer wheel berrings, tie rods, all but ball joints; could that be the problem? Never heard a ball joint grind this loud.
Nov 20, 2011 at 4:00 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Are we talking about a rolling noise that only occurs when the car is moving or a noise triggered by turning from a still position?
Nov 20, 2011 at 5:54 AM
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JBAER2390
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Occurs when driving and when I turn
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:05 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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That doesn't answer my question. Does the car have to be rolling to create the noise?
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:16 AM
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JBAER2390
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Yea
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:21 AM
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JBAER2390
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yes car has to be moving to create the noise
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:24 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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OK, that eliminates ball joints. That leaves you with tires, front or rear bearings or something contacting the rotor as it turns like the backing plate being too close.
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:29 AM
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I replaced the wheel berrings (inner&outer) and took the backing plate off so it wouldn't touch the rotor. And the tires are new. Any other ideas?
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:34 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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No, there are no there rotating parts. You seem to be ignoring the rear which could be your problem.
Nov 20, 2011 at 7:15 AM
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